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Latium Landmarks and Historic Sites
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Landmarks and Historic Sites in Latium, Italy.
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It is believed that this huge tourist attraction now located in S. Marie in Cosmedin's wall was once a Roman drain. Legend has it that the hands of liars will be 'bitten' off by the staute when placed in the mouth, hence the Mouth of Truth.
Perhaps the most famous of all of Rome's fountains, this architectural and sculptural masterpeice finished construction in the mid-1700s by artist Nicola Salvi. The design of the fountain was inspired by an earlier attempt to build a fountain in the same place by designer Bernini. Legend has it, those who toss a coin over their shoulder into the fountain, will return to Rome.
One of Rome's most famous landmarks, the Roman Coliseum was built during the reign of Emperor Vespasiano around 70 AD and used as a venue for public entertainment. The coliseum took approximately 10 years to build and was, at the time, the largest building of its kind in the ancient world.
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The massive Collosseum was built from 70 to 82 AD, and its architect remains unknown. Tiers of seating had a capacity of 50,000.
The Pantheon is considered to be one of the most important architectural achievements of ancient Rome. It was built as a Roman temple and later served as a Catholic church.
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While reigning as King of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele II saw his country reunified in 1871. Dedicated and built for Emanuele after his death, from 1885 to 1911, the monument is also home to Italy's Tomb of the Unknown soldier.
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The Spanish Square, including the Spanish Steps, is the most famous square in Rome. At one time, the square was the centre of Rome's hotel district.
At night, the Roman Coliseum is illuminated, emitting a yellow glow. The Coliseum's proper name is Flavian Amphitheatre and has a seating capacity of about 50,000.
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